Hollywood Tycoon [US Entertainment + Business War]

"I won't make a program for ATV, Mr. Lin." Jade rejected Lin Jianyue without thinking, "I remember I talked with Mr. Lin about this issue, when will Dongfeng Asia Film and Television Entertainment Company own 51% of ATV I will provide program ideas for ATV whenever. Mr. Lin is also in the business field, so he naturally knows what the purpose of my non-cooperation is?"

Of course, Lin Jianyue understood what Jed was up to. He was waiting for the day when ATV completely collapsed.On that day, not only the minority shareholders will panic, but the major shareholders will also panic. At that time, he only needs to arrange a few leather bag companies to completely acquire ATV, and Dongfeng Asia does not even need to make a move.

The reason why Jed is willing to tell himself and his father this secret is to tell them that he has a back hand to go, and ATV has no back hand.Either the Lin family's Lixin Group and Jade will jointly control ATV, or Jade will completely kick off the Lixin Group to complete the acquisition on his own.Although Lin Jianyue is a hero in the mall, he has no way to accuse Jed of anything.It is already the best of humanity for Jade to take Lixin Group to the north. As for letting others contribute to the future of ATV, I am afraid that they will not be so kind.

Jade looked at Lin Jianyue, and kindly suggested: "Mr. Lin, I appreciate Mr. Lin's efforts, but you also know that we are all businessmen. If Mr. Lin can meet my request as soon as possible, I will naturally try my best Realize ATV's revival dream."

"I understand what you mean, Mr. Sherman." Lin Jianyue also expressed his understanding.

For the cooperation with Dongfeng TV, Lin Jianyue naturally would not reject it.But the problem is that the new and old forces in ATV may not agree, let alone the New World Group, and the Lixin Group may also express dissatisfaction with this cooperation, right?Thinking of this, Lin Jianyue admired the man in front of him who was younger than himself. Although he was also a descendant of a wealthy family, the property in his hands was all created by him from scratch.Therefore, whether in terms of equity or reputation, he has the ability to control the overall situation.

"Mr. Sherman, if I am willing to cooperate with you, are you willing to join me in acquiring Asian TV? Relying on those old people, we may not be able to do anything!"

Jed was startled by Lin Jianyue's proposal, but he still said calmly: "Mr. Lin, you should know that I am currently cooperating with your father's Lixin Group. Your proposal violates the cooperation interests between me and Lixin Group." According to the rules, I want to inform Lixin Group. However, I am very interested now, how can you convince your father and the old people in the company. "

"Mr. Sherman, I'm just a son of the Lin family, and I'm not the eldest son. You should know that." Lin Jianyue said flatly, "I will definitely not be able to inherit the core assets of Lixin Group, and I have two choices in the future. Choose One, hold the shares at home and wait for the dividends, usually do horse races for public welfare, and occasionally come forward as the second son of the Lin family to coordinate the industry; option two, I can take charge of part of the company's assets, but not the core business. That is Said, as long as the assets in the garment and real estate industries are not involved, I can ask my father to give me the rest of the assets in advance."

"Separation?" Jed was a little surprised.After Lin Baixin passed away, the Lin family was actually completely controlled by Lin Jianyue, but the eldest son became a substitute.But the current situation seems to be that Lin Jianyue is not happy at home, and feels that it is better to start his own business than to be restrained. "If Mr. Lin knows, I'm afraid he will be sad."

"No." Lin Jianyue said with a smile, "My father naturally hopes to see that each of his sons is excellent. Instead of repeating in a difficult situation, it is better to jump out of the situation and create another world. To tell the truth, Mr. Sherman, If I can achieve success together with you this time, then I will have more weight in the eyes of my father and the shareholders of the group, and I will be able to strive for greater benefits."

"I see." Jed only now understood Lin Jianyue's thoughts.Instead of entangled with his elder brother in the traditional industry, it is better to carve out a new world in another industry.For a family, the heirs who pioneered the territory are better than the heirs who are established.Lin Jianyue is tantamount to retreating to advance, giving up the existing stable income of the family, and betting with himself on the future of ATV and even Hong Kong's entertainment industry, so as to gain his future interests in the group.

"Mr. Sherman, what do you think of my proposal? I also think that ATV's people should be replaced. If we cooperate, I can guarantee that we can hold at least [-]% of ATV's shares, or even more." Lin Jianyue is ambitious said.

"Then wish us a happy cooperation." Jed stretched out his hand, "I am very much looking forward to the cooperation with Mr. Lin."

"Happy cooperation!" Lin Jianyue also held Jade's hand.For him, perhaps the opportunity to change his life has come.

After sending Lin Jianyue away, Jade deliberately stayed in Hong Kong for a few days.At this time, Hong Kong movies are a little tired, but Hong Kong filmmakers still don't know it, and they are still bragging that they are the Hollywood of the East.Every time Jed saw these remarks in the newspapers, he could only sigh and shake his head.

With low cost and fast production, Hong Kong movies have been popular throughout Asia since the 70s.It's a pity that low cost will inevitably lead to poor production, while fast production will inevitably lead to unlimited plagiarism and imitation.Hong Kong people are obsessed with the two major themes of "gambling movies" and "zombie movies." If it weren't for "cop movies" and "gangster movies" that have never been short of new themes, Hong Kong movies may not survive the new century at all.

Moreover, Hong Kong films are still "integrated with production and distribution", and even major film companies have monopolized Hong Kong's theaters.This makes Hong Kong's independent production companies or small film companies have no capital to survive at all, and the Hong Kong film industry that has lost its vitality can only gradually go to dusk.

At this time, the three works of Galaxy Films were also screened in Hong Kong. "The Blair Witch" attracted many Asian audiences with its novel production techniques and special themes, so this film was still screened in Hong Kong in a small amount; "Shawshank's Redemption" basically The film is similar to the North American market in the world. Critics generally praise it, but audiences don't like it very much, so this film can only hang around in art house theaters; on the contrary, "Pulp Fiction" is a popular movie in Hong Kong.Quentin was originally a lover of Hong Kong movies, so this movie borrowed a lot of elements from Hong Kong movies, which made Hong Kong audiences look very friendly.Moreover, Quentin's rendering of violent scenes is also the reason why many Hong Kong audiences like it.So this low-budget movie has been ranked among the top five in the Hong Kong box office for a long time, which surprised Jed a bit.

But just when Jed was about to leave Hong Kong, he suddenly received a call from Lei Shidong, expressing his desire to invite Jed to a restaurant in Hong Kong.Jed was taken aback, but when he thought that Murdoch was deploying the Asian market, it was not surprising that Redstone appeared in Hong Kong.

Lei Shidong met at Lung King Heen on the 8th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel at No. 4 Finance Street, Central. The most senior Michelin three-star restaurant in Hong Kong also serves the most authentic Cantonese cuisine.Lei Shidong booked a box in the restaurant. Although this is Hong Kong, the two of them still don't want someone to break into the meeting.

After exchanging pleasantries with each other about their experience in Hong Kong, the two began to eat in silence.Until Lei Shidong suddenly said, "In a few days, you will see a big news. Unexpectedly, we met again."

"Is it about Viacom's acquisition of Paramount?" Jed said lightly. Seeing Redstone's surprised eyes, Jed responded with a smile, "If you don't have a heart, you can't see it. It's just that I didn't You have intervened in Mr. Spielberg's establishment of DreamWorks, so I thought of this aspect. After all, only the production company will always become a vassal of the big entertainment company. And your National Entertainment company helped Pai La last time Once my film was released, I felt that the relationship between everyone was a bit difficult. You know, I have been recruiting suitable management talents, and I just found out that someone who said he was going to interview Viacom management Appeared in Paramount, do you think I will be curious? That's why I found out that the two of you have already started talking about acquisitions, and that person is just one of the receivers you sent over. Since you said there is big news, I think This is the biggest news, right?"

"Haha, no wonder someone said the most cunning little fox in Hollywood." Lei Shidong laughed, "My original plan was to let Paramount become one of my partners, after all, my theater company also needs to have The support of blockbuster films is enough. But I found a problem later, the partner is still not as good as my own son, so I moved my mind to acquire Paramount. Jed, Paramount is short of a president now, would you like to come?— —Don’t rush to object to me. The conditions I will give you are: 5. 5% of Paramount shares and Paramount’s chairman and president; [-]. Viacom Group’s vice chairman of the board of directors; [-]. National Entertainment Corporation [-]% of the shares. How about it? Jed, I sincerely invite you to create a new situation in Hollywood."

After hearing Lei Shidong's promise, Jed was also shaken for a while.This is the second time he has been tempted. The first time was when Murdoch promised him as the successor of News Corporation.But Jed still refused, he said: "I have to say, I am moved. But I am sorry, Mr. Redstone, I must refuse your proposal."

How dare Jed promise Redstone, Viacom Group rose very quickly, but then declined quickly.The first was the dispute between the Paramount line or the Columbia line, which eventually led to Viacom's split into the new Viacom and CBS groups.Then there is the new Viacom Group's industry shrinking due to several investment failures, and rumors of bankruptcy broke out.Of course, the most frightening thing is that Lei Shidong's daughter has always been ambitious and wants to participate in the management of the company, but she lacks the corresponding management experience.

"Then, why don't you tell me what is your purpose for going north?" Lei Shidong opened up this topic and asked.

So Jade talked to Lei Shidong about his idea of ​​forming a film and television production company targeting the mainland with Hunan TV. After speaking, Lei Shidong sighed, "You are smarter than me and Murdoch, and you use the simplest and most effective method." The way to enter the mainland market. It seems that I have to learn from you, don’t follow Murdoch to lobby people in Beijing.”

Jed was taken aback when he heard it, didn't I learn from you?Now it's like you learned from me?